Financial Analyst - Entry Level

About the role

This contract opportunity with permanent potential is well suited for someone with strong Excel skills who is eager to grow in a hands-on analytical role with training and support. The position focuses on reviewing financial and operational data, preparing vendor and customer reporting, and helping maintain accurate inventory-related records.

Responsibilities

• Analyze financial and operational information to support day-to-day business decisions across the distribution environment.
• Prepare and maintain inventory reconciliations to help ensure records are accurate and variances are identified promptly.
• Build, update, and review vendor-related reports to provide clear visibility into purchasing and supplier activity.
• Create customer reporting that summarizes trends, performance, and other key business metrics.
• Use Excel extensively to organize data, perform calculations, and present findings in a clear format.
• Assist with routine reporting processes and help improve the accuracy and consistency of financial data.
• Work closely with internal team members to investigate discrepancies and support timely resolution of reporting issues.

Qualifications

• Strong Excel skills with the ability to work confidently with spreadsheets, formulas, and data organization.
• Foundational knowledge of financial analysis, reporting, or related business concepts.
• Ability to review data carefully and identify inconsistencies or unusual results.
• Comfortable preparing reports tied to inventory, vendors, and customers.
• Strong analytical thinking and a willingness to learn in an entry-level environment.
• Good written and verbal communication skills for working with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting.